Law Summary
Relation to International Space Celebration
- Acknowledges World Space Week observed globally every October 4 to 10, which promotes space science and international cooperation.
- Seeks to localize a specific period aligned with Philippine space milestones rather than mirror the global schedule.
Declaration of Philippine Space Week
- Designates August 8 to 14 annually as Philippine Space Week to coincide with the enactment date of the Philippine Space Act on August 8, 2019.
- Intended to highlight the impact of space science and technology on Philippine socio-economic development.
Objectives and Purpose
- Promote awareness and education on space science and technology among Filipinos.
- Celebrate contributions of Filipinos worldwide in the space sector.
- Emphasize the value and benefits derived from space-related applications.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) tasked with promoting and organizing programs, projects, and activities during the week.
- National government entities, including government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs) and state universities and colleges (SUCs), are enjoined to actively participate and support PhilSA efforts.
- Local government units (LGUs), non-government organizations (NGOs), and the private sector are encouraged to assist in implementation.
Executive Authority and Implementation
- Proclaimed by the President of the Philippines under constitutional and legal powers.
- Mandates collaboration among various sectors to ensure effective observance and impact.
Formal Proclamation
- Signed and sealed by the President and Executive Secretary on July 25, 2023.
- Officially establishes the period as a recurring annual event, institutionalizing space science celebration in the Philippines.